Welcome to Pur & Simple Recipes – Easy Homemade Recipes for Every Day

We’re Alex & Mary, home cooks passionate about creating easy homemade recipes made with real ingredients. Whether you’re a busy parent, health-conscious foodie, or someone just learning to cook, we’re here to help you feel confident in the kitchen. From quick weekday dinners to indulgent treats, each recipe is thoughtfully crafted with clear steps, everyday ingredients, and our favorite flavor-packed tips.

Explore our globally inspired dishes—from Italian comfort food to Mediterranean bowls, cozy soups, and fresh smoothies. All our recipes are tested, photographed, and shared with love from our home kitchen. We also offer meal prep ideas, seasonal favorites, and healthy swaps to help you eat well without the stress.

Join us on this delicious journey, and let’s bring the joy of simple, nourishing cooking back to your table.

Check out our Main Courses and Desserts for flavor-packed recipes you can trust.

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A plate of homemade Ravioli Parmigiano Reggiano drizzled with brown butter and sage sauce, garnished with crispy sage leaves and freshly grated cheese.
Main Courses

Why Ravioli Parmigiano Reggiano Is the Ultimate Comfort Food

Looking for the perfect ravioli parmigiano reggiano recipe that delivers authentic Italian flavor? Tired of bland, store-bought pasta that lacks …
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Bowl of keto detox southwest chicken soup with shredded chicken and cilantro in natural light.
Main Courses

Ultimate Keto Detox Southwest Chicken Soup

Let’s face it, after a long stretch of indulgent meals or busy, takeout-fueled weeks, our bodies start to crave something …
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A plated dish of Crab and Spinach Stuffed Pasta Shells, golden-baked and stuffed with creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and lump crab meat, drizzled with marinara sauce.
Main Courses

Ultimate Crab and Spinach Stuffed Pasta Shells – A Comforting Dinner

Let me tell you about my absolute favorite dinner party trick – these incredible crab and spinach stuffed pasta shells! …
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A large bowl of golden, sweet, and salty popcorn sitting on a cozy kitchen counter, with soft natural lighting and a warm, inviting background.
Desserts

The Best Nigellas Party Popcorn

Fed up with serving the same old snacks at your gatherings? Finding the perfect treat that everyone loves can be …
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A loaf of chocolate chunk Greek yogurt banana bread on a wooden cutting board, sliced to reveal gooey chocolate inside.
Desserts

Secrets to the Best Chocolate Chunk Greek Yogurt Banana Bread

There’s something undeniably comforting about the aroma of freshly baked banana bread wafting through the kitchen. It’s a classic treat …
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Gluten Free Mozzarella Stuffed Meatball with Cheese and marinara
Main Courses

Savor Gluten Free Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

By Alex | Pur & Simple Recipes Let’s be honest—there’s something undeniably joyful about biting into a tender meatball and …
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